Residents at The Malthouse Residential Care Home in Gillingham Dorset enjoyed an afternoon of fun, food and laughter on Thursday 24th July, thanks to a special spring roll making session led by carers Rattiya and Pat.
Part of the home’s ongoing programme of enriching activities, the hands-on workshop brought a lively buzz to the day. Rattiya began with a demonstration of her own recipe and techniques for creating perfectly crisp, golden spring rolls. Residents watched intently before rolling up their sleeves to try it for themselves.
With ingredients ready and workstations set, the room soon filled with the sound of chatter, laughter—and a few cheeky comments. Several residents joked about ‘liking the big ones best’, sparking giggles all round. The afternoon proved that humour and companionship are timeless ingredients.
‘It was such a lovely atmosphere,’ said Rattiya. ‘Everyone really got into the spirit of it, and it was a pleasure to share something a bit different with them.’
Pat added, ‘It was so nice to see the residents not only enjoying the activity, but also taking pride in making something from scratch. And the spring rolls were genuinely delicious!’
Once cooked, the spring rolls were shared among residents and team members alike, adding to the sense of togetherness. It was a simple pleasure that left everyone smiling.
A warm thank you goes to Rattiya and Pat for taking the time to create such a joyful afternoon—proof once again that at The Malthouse, good food and good company go hand in hand.
